Beshear Says McConnell, 84, Ignored 2 Requests for Health Update After June 14 Hospitalization
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Updated · CBS New York · Aug 16
Beshear Says McConnell, 84, Ignored 2 Requests for Health Update After June 14 Hospitalization
3 articles · Updated · CBS New York · Aug 16
Summary
Two formal requests from Gov. Andy Beshear drew no response from Sen. Mitch McConnell, Beshear said Sunday, renewing pressure on the 84-year-old Kentucky Republican to address his health publicly.
McConnell was hospitalized on June 14 after what he later said was a fall, moved to a rehabilitation center, and was discharged earlier this month to continue recovering at home.
Beshear said McConnell still has not directly reassured Kentuckians that he can keep serving, arguing a brief call, interview or video message would answer basic questions about his condition and fitness for office.
John Thune also came under fire from Beshear, who said the Senate majority leader has a duty to ensure senators can serve rather than deferring to McConnell and his staff for updates.
The dispute keeps attention on accountability in the Republican-controlled Senate as McConnell has not said when he expects to return to Capitol Hill.